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AP Psychologymediummcq1 pt

The James-Lange theory of emotion suggests that:

A.Emotions cause physiological arousal

B.Physiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion

C.Cognitive appraisal determines emotional experience

D.Emotions and arousal occur simultaneously

Explanation

Core Concept

The James-Lange theory proposes that we feel emotions because of physiological changes—we observe our body's response and then interpret it as an emotion.

Correct Answer

BPhysiological arousal precedes the experience of emotion

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